After many near-misses, agonising late goals and simmering ill-feeling, Mikel Arteta's side's thrashing of the champions felt truly special

Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe react to Arsenal's impressive 5-1 victory against Manchester City at the Emirates in Matchweek 24.

Just when it looked like Manchester City’s underwhelming season was turning a corner, the team suffered another humiliating defeat, this time at the hands of Premier League rival Arsenal.

Aside from needle surrounding Haaland, Gabriel and Arteta, this was the first time Arsenal have scored five against City since February 2003, and a fourth league game unbeaten for them against Guardiola’s side, after a run of 12 consecutive head-to-head defeats in the top flight.

Arsenal demolished Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium scoring five against the reigning champions for the first time ever.

Mikel Arteta has admitted his disappointment at Arsenal's failure to sign a striker in the January transfer window but believes the club need to stay "very disciplined" to remain on track.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has disclosed how Thomas Partey's moment of brilliance changed the game in the Gunners' favour in their big win over Manchester City.